Ofsted praises Brenzett Church of England Primary School 

Inspectors have praised Brenzett Church of England Primary School in Romney Marsh, which has just four classes for its 97 pupils aged four to 11.

In a report just published, Ofsted inspectors said pupils’ behaviour was “exemplary” and that they “blossomed academically and emotionally” at the school.

They described Brenzett, which has not only a field and playground, but an on-site forest, as having a “joyful atmosphere” and being a “caring, safe and ambitious” environment.

Teachers have “consistently high expectations and pupils meet them impeccably well,” the inspectors said. “The values of gratitude, friendship, respect, community and resilience permeate school life from the classroom to the playground.”

The inspectors praised the teaching of reading, writing and maths and the support given to children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Ofsted said parents had told inspectors that the school’s caring ethos extended to families in the community.

“Brilliant leadership and shared values ensure that this school goes from strength to strength,” the inspectors said.

Until this September, Ofsted gave graded judgments to schools and Brenzett had previously received “Good”.

Rowan Wright, Brenzett’s Headteacher since April, said: “We are so proud of our school. As Ofsted has said, we have high expectations for all our children and take pride in the joyful, caring atmosphere we have created.”

Annie Wiles, Chief Executive of Aquila, the Diocese of Canterbury Academies Trust, said Ofsted’s findings were “testament to the hard work, commitment and expertise of Brenzett’s superb staff and the support of the wider community.”